Division Bridge Program Manager - Division 1
United States·Chowan CountymidQuick Summary
NC22 $75,925 - $148,054 Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience planning, developing, scheduling,
It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
This posting is for an Engineering Supervisor II that will serve as the Division Bridge Program Manager. This position will serve as the liaison for the maintenance, operation, preservation, inventory, repair and replacement of all structures and pipes (greater than 48” in diameter) on the State Highway System within the 14 counties that make up Division 1. The position will manage the overall administration of the Bridge Program in the Division and will be responsible for prioritizing and selecting structure projects within the Division. Additionally, the selected applicant will serve as the consultant to other units and branches on all matters pertaining to the maintenance, preservation, design, permitting, construction, and operation of structures within the Division. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Develop and monitor management strategies to achieve the desired performance level for the bridge and structure inventory.
• Be a specialized expert in bridge maintenance, preservation, rehabilitation, design and construction.
• Recommend allocation and management of resources (funding, equipment and staff) for maintenance, preservation, rehabilitation and replacement of bridges and structures.
• Act as the single point of contact for the division for the resolution of TIP and Force Account Bridge and structure replacement/ rehabilitation issues.
• Coordinate with all units and agencies to minimize and mitigate TIP and Force Account bridge project delays.
• Coordinate with Structures Management Unit (SMU) the development, prioritization and selection projects for preservation, maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement.
• Monitor and identify bridge and structure trends.
• Coordinate with SMU to plan and lead implementation efforts for new initiatives and preservation strategies including trouble shooting implementation problems with both internal and external customers.
• Identify training requirements and needs pertaining to bridges and structures.
- Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
- Experience providing customer service related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups
- Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects
- Experience managing multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews
- Knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning and funding procedures
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $75,925–$148,054 a year
- 18% below the $137,000 median for Project Manager jobs on Jobera (2,814 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 16, 2026
- First seen
- October 17, 2026
- Last seen
- October 22, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 4
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 40%
- Scored at
- October 22, 2026
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